ACE2 Amplifier
NOTE: This product has reached end-of-life status which means that it may no longer be supported and is not orderable from Teleste. Please see the end-of-life page in MyTeleste for more information.
Teleste ACE2 makes networks DOCSIS® 3.1 capable on your command. Despite its compact size, it is fully equipped for distribution or line extender use. Its innovative yet simple design offers outstanding performance and practical functionalities.
The ACE2 is a broadband amplifier with one active output with a forward gain up to 44 dB. It offers a high output level (Umax 115 dBμV, 112 channels) and supports a 1.2 GHz/204 MHz upgrade remotely. Remote control is possible via RIS protocol.
Features at a glance:
- Remote powering with active PFC
- Intelligent continuous adjustments
- Automatic return path re-alignment
- Local control through an external USB connection
- Intelligent cable simulator at input
- Excellent ESD and surge protection
- Remote ingress switch control
- Remote return path upgrade
PSU with active power factor correction
Smart features
Easy management even on the site
Innovative diplexer design
Remote ingress switch control
Product Specifications
Downstream signal path (values with diples filters)
Frequency range
85…1218 MHz
Return loss
18 dB
Maximum gain
44 dB
Gain control
14…44 dB
Input slope control
-13…20 dB
Input cable simulator
-13 dB
Nominal interstage slope
13 dB
Interstage slope control
8…18 dB
Flatness
±0.5 dB
Group delay
2 ns
Test point
-20 dB
Noise figure
8.5 dB
Umax(112 QAM channels) @1.0 GHz
115.0 dBμV
Umax(138 QAM channels) @1.2 GHz
112.0 dBμV
TCP (MER 42 dB)
70 dBmV
CTB 41 channels
118.0 dBμV
CSO 41 channels
119.0 dBμV
Upstream signal path (values with diplex filters)
Frequency range
5… 204 MHz
Return loss
18 dB
Maximum gain
28 dB
Ingress switching
0 / -6 / < -40 dB
Gain control
0…28 dB
Slope control
0…15 dB
Flatness
± 0.5 dB
Noise figure
6.5 dB
RIS receiver
Downstream frequency range
115…130 and 245…260 MHz
Recommended RIS carrier level at output
90…105 dBμV
General
Supply voltage
27…65 / 45…90 / 100…130 VAC / 205…255 VAC
Power consumption (65 / 230 V AC)
24 W
Maximum current feed through
7 A/port
Hum modulation
70 dB
Resistance for remote current
25 mΩ / port
Input/Output connectors
PG11 (several adaptors available)
Test point connectors
F female
Local service port connector
USB mini-B
Dimensions (h x w x d)
170 (200) mm x 230 mm x 90 mm
7″ (8″) x 9″ x 3.5″
7″ (8″) x 9″ x 3.5″
Weight
2.3 kg, (5 lbs)
Operating temperature
-40…+55 °C, (-40…130 °F)
Class of enclosure
IP67, (IP54 if the pressure plug is removed)
Environmental (salt mist, cyclic)
IEC 60068-2-52, severity 1
Safety
EN60728-11 / EN62368-1, UL62368-1
EMC
EN50083-2 (IEC60728-2), FCC part 15
ESD
4 kV
Surge
6 kV (EN 60728-3)
